Syncing everything on one computer, syncing music on another.

Right now I have 2 macbook pros, an older one I use for all my music since I use it to Dj. The other laptop I use to currently sync my iPad.
Is there a way I can sync just music from the second laptop? I worry that if I plug it into the second laptop, it will wipe everything.

HI,
The information here may help.
Using iPhone, iPad, or iPod with multiple computers
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